Associate Procurement Manager - Food & Beverage

About Our Client

Our client is a small-medium sized growing Food & Beverage organization in New York City.

This is a temporary to hire position.

• Oversee procurement processes for food and beverage products, ensuring quality and cost-efficiency.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and vendors.
• Analyze market trends to identify cost-saving opportunities and negotiate favorable terms.
• Collaborate with internal teams to align procurement activities with business needs.
• Monitor supplier performance and address any issues to maintain seamless operations.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and industry regulations.
• Prepare and present reports on procurement activities and cost analysis.
• Manage procurement contracts and resolve disputes effectively.

MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant

A successful Associate Procurement Manager should have:

• Prior experience contracting or on temporary assignments with the ability to demonstrate value add from day 1.
• Experience with procurement processes in the food and beverage industry or related product industries.
• Strong negotiation and supplier management skills.
• Ability to analyze data and make informed purchasing decisions.
• Knowledge of industry regulations and compliance requirements.
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.

• Competitive hourly compensation to then convert full time.
• Opportunity to gain valuable experience in the food and beverage procurement sector.
• Hybrid role.